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Mercedes-Benz GL (2008) vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class (2015) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2015 Mercedes-Benz M-Class specs.

2008 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2015 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Specifications

Model Year 2008 2015  
Model Mercedes-Benz GL Mercedes-Benz M-Class  
Engine turbocharged
3.0L V6 Diesel
DOHC-4v
215 hp@3800
398 lb-ft@1400
turbocharged
2.1L I4 Diesel
DOHC-4v
200 hp@3800
369 lb-ft@1600
 
Transmission 7-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 3,076 mm 2,916 mm 1 mm
Length 5,095 mm 4,803 mm 1 mm
Width 1,930 mm 1,910 mm 0 mm
Height 1,839 mm 1,796 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,410 kg 2,155 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 98 L 93 L 5 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,019 mm 988 mm -987 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,481 mm 1,486 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,024 mm 1,024 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,031 mm 978 mm -977 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,496 mm 1,483 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 1,003 mm 975 mm -974 mm
Headroom, Row 3 970 mm 0 mm 970 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,283 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 869 mm 0 mm 869 mm
Total Legroom 2,896 mm (over 3 rows) 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 405 L 1,025 L 404 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,240 L 36.2 -35.2 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,359 L 2,010 L 0 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL

2008 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
This SUV has a third row seat that can accommodate adults comfortably, without sacrificing braking and safety. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Excellent, usable 3rd row seating see full Mercedes-Benz GL review
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Roomy and adjustable. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Second row is good. Third row is EXCELLENT. Bigger than some of the monster American SUVs. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review
2007 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Large third row seating to accomodate adults in far back row... see full Mercedes-Benz GL review
 

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